Police appeal over £22,000 rogue traders incident in Castle Donington

Police said that they would like to speak to the pictured people in connection to an incident in Castle Donington, where an elderly lady was approached about repair work that needed to be done to her house.

Leicestershire Police have said that they would like to speak to the two people photographed in connection with an incident in Castle Donington, where an elderly lady was approached about repair work that needed to be done to her house.

Leicestershire Police has issued an appeal in connection with an incident where an elderly lady handed over £22,000 to rogue traders.

Police said that they would like to speak to the pictured people in connection with an incident in Castle Donington, where an elderly lady was approached about repair work that needed to be carried out to her house.

Police reports said that the victim handed over around £22,000 for work to the guttering and garage roof of her home which wasn’t carried out, and that she was encouraged to visit the bank to withdraw the money.

They also stated that some paint work was carried out on the property, which the victim paid £5,000 for.

A spokesperson for Leicestershire Police said: “Do you know who they are? They may have information about the incident and be able to help with our investigation.

“If you do then please contact PC 712 Mick Hinton on 101, quoting incident number 16000338874.”